Move over blueberries; black elderberry are richer in some important antioxidants When it comes to our health, antioxidants are nature’s good guys. And when we’re concerned about our immune health, the black elderberry is a real hero. Now adults and children can harness the antioxidant power of black elderberries with the unique Sambucol black elderberry … Read more
With cold and flu season in full swing, it’s more important than ever to make sure your immunity is ready to and primed to support optimal vitality. And a healthy diet packed with immune-friendly foods is one of the best ways to do just that. Supporting a healthy immune system means making the right lifestyle … Read more
By : Josh Axe Top 10 Vitamin C Foods Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin that plays a role in maintaining the health of the body’s connective tissue as well as acting as an antioxidant. A severe vitamin C deficiency will result in scurvy, a disease resulting from the breakdown of collagen. Scurvy is rarely … Read more
Stay Healthy This Winter With These 8 Flu Fighters By Gina Roberts-Grey Instead of sneezing, wheezing, and coughing, ’tis the season to fortify your immune system. Along with getting sufficient sleep, washing your hands, and stocking up on fruits and vegetables, our experts recommend keeping the following herbs and oils on hand to prevent and … Read more
by Dr. Yael Halaas, MD When cold season hits, turn to nature to keep healthy. Fluids and a well-balanced diet is always the best bet but there are some super-ingredients that can charge up your immune system. The below chart has some special tips. When signs and symptoms of the cold first hit, zinc gluconate (found … Read more
Every year when the official “cold and flu” season rolls around, it can feel like the bell ringing for the start of a wrestling match. Between antibacterial hand gels and soaps, plus the constant nagging to “get your flu shot,” you might feel overwhelmed. In my opinion, flu shots are notoriously ineffective and can even … Read more
This amazing immune booster recipe, known as Master Tonic has been around forever if you’re old enough your grandmother probably had some in her cabinet! Most of the data to corroborate the claim that it boosts immunity is anecdotal but trust me when I say there is something to the claim. Me, personally, I swear … Read more
Bitter melon, or Goya, is commonly used for beneficial health reasons (you may also hear it referred to as Bitter Gourd, Karela, or Balsam Pear). The melon has an extremely bitter taste, but it is a helpful food. It looks like a cucumber but with ugly gourd-like bumps all over it. It thrives in hot … Read more